So I've Heard

Welcome back to Season 2 of the "So I've Heard" podcast!Listen along as I break down my wants and wishes for this upcoming season and I'm so excited for what we have in store!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Have you ever struggled to understand what to eat before and after your workout? Do you get lost in the sauce with all of the confusing nutrition advice about the "do's" and "don'ts" of workout nutrition?Well if you can relate, than this episode is for you!Listen along as I break down my simple and straightforward guide to pre and post-workout eating and help you to take charge of your nutrition on your own terms!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

With new year's goals and resolutions in full swing, many folks are embarking on a new fitness journey that may also include trying their hand at strength training for the very first time! So if that's you...Listen along as I define what "strength training" actually means, break down the many benefits it can bring to your wellness routine, and provide you with a simple, straightforward workout template to help you get started on the right foot today!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a wonderful time interviewing the outstanding Jess Mather in today's episode. Jess is an internationally recognized strength and rehab professional who does absolutely impactful, change-making work. There are tons of incredible takeaways from today's episode, and I promise y'all that you don't want to miss out!Tune in as Jess explores the connections between trauma and complex chronic pain, offers advice for wellness professionals supporting clients along their healing journey, and discusses her recently released curriculum teaching trauma-informed care to individuals who work with pain clients.You can learn more about the incredible work that Jess does by checking out the resources below...Jess' Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chronicpainandtrauma/?fbclid=IwAR3ZpeCu6FEag5ig6L54CNGJMRnZ4vExyvH6QrYHVrF_dJqGBBNBWBHwQns Jess' Website:https://www.chronicpainandtrauma.com/ Other Helpful Links:https://www.rehabited.com/ https://rebuildingbody.com/Jess' Facebook:facebook.com/rehabitedI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had an amazing time with my first ever group interview here on the show, talking with two change makers in the fitness space, Emily Young and Chelsea Haverly. Emily and Chelsea are the co-creators of the one-of-a-kind Hope Ignited Trauma-Informed Personal Training Certificate Program, and they both do absolutely incredible work. As a graduate of this very program, I mean it when I say that this program was truly life-changing for me both personally and professional. There are so many impactful takeaways from today's episode, and I promise y'all that you don't want to miss out!Tune in as Emily and Chelsea recount the history of their certificate creation process, discuss the details about the deeper impacts of the Hope Ignited Trauma-Informed program, and explore where they envision the world of trauma-informed personal training moving in the future!You can learn more about the incredible work that Emily and Chelsea do with Hope Ignited Training by checking out the resources below...Hope Ignited Training website:www.hopeignitedtraining.com The Hope Ignited Directory for connecting with a Trauma-Informed Trainer:https://hopeignitedtraining.com/directory/ Follow Emily's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theembodiedtrainer/ Follow Hope Ignited Training's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hopeignitedtraining/ I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a fantastic time interviewing the amazing Sarah Petty in today's episode. Sarah is a board-certified integrative nutritionist and a trauma-informed and size-inclusive trainer who does absolutely change-making work in the health and wellness space. There are so many powerful takeaways from today's episode, and I promise y'all that you don't want to miss out!Listen along as Sarah breaks down the history of non-diet fitness and what its all about, discusses various methods for defining "success" in your fitness beyond the scale or the way your body physically looks, and offers further impactful advice for both coaches and clients alike!You can learn more about the incredible work that Sarah does by checking out the resources below...Ways To Connect With Sarah:Website: sarahempowers.comInstagram: @powerup.movementco and @nourish.connectTikTok: @sarahempowersFacebook group for DFW TX folks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/336003331144589/A blog breaking down the history of body liberation:https://divethru.com/body-neutrality-body-positivity-fat-liberation/An Article outlining the different between body positivity and fat liberation:https://naafa.org/community-voices/fat-lib-meansAnd last but not least, a list of fat liberation and body liberation folks to follow!@thebodyisnotanapology@yrfatfriend@dashaunlh@fattymph@ragenchastain@sparklejams@iamchrissykingI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had an amazing time interviewing the incredible Barb Puzanovova in today's episode. Barb is a non-diet, inclusive HAES (Health At Every Size) trainer based out of Nashville, TN who does absolutely impactful, change-making work. There are so many meaningful takeaways from today's episode, and I promise y'all that you don't want to miss out!Listen in as Barb breaks down her radically compassionate, joyful approach to movement that empowers her clients to reclaim and reframe their fitness on their own terms!You can learn more about the incredible work that Barb does by checking out the resources below...Barb's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nondiet_trainer/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/thenondiettrainer/The Non-Diet Trainer Website:https://thenondiettrainer.comBarb's Email:thenondiettrainer@gmail.comJMP January 2023 Waitlist:https://thenondiettrainer.ck.page/9c5894668fAdditional Resources Provided By Barb:Maintenance Phase "The President's Physical Fitness Test" podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4mrfSbwRbaieLKTCaS7KkW?si=13d69fe2472044c5Compulsive Exercise Screeninghttps://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/learn/general-information/compulsive-exerciseI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a wonderful time interviewing the amazing Adriana Argueta in today's episode. Adriana is a licensed clinical professional counselor and a trauma-informed yoga practitioner who does absolutely incredible work. There are so many impactful takeaways from today's episode, and I promise y'all that you don't want to miss out!Tune in as Adriana breaks down what trauma-informed yoga is all about and further explains the many benefits yoga has on the body physically, mentally, and emotionally!You can learn more about the incredible work that Adriana does by checking out the resources below...A link to Adriana's clinical private practice:https://www.livingponocounseling.com/adrianarguetaYoga for Trauma Online Training Program:https://howwecanheal.com/yoga-for-trauma-online-training-program/An article on what it means to be truly trauma-informed:https://howwecanheal.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-trauma-informed/?mc_cid=baa83ef7e3&mc_eid=e998a1bad7I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a fantastic time interviewing the incredible Tori Williams in today's episode. Tori is the founder of Meraki Run Club based out of Chester County, Pennsylvania and she does absolutely awesome work! This is my first youth sports specific episode on the podcast, and I promise you that you don't want to miss out on Tori's many words of wisdom!Listen along as Tori discusses what strategies she uses to cultivate empowerment in her youth running club, what coaching methods are needed to reduce burnout in youth athletics, and even gives action-based advice for what you can do to start running on your own terms today!You can learn more about the incredible services that Tori provides with Meraki Run Club by checking out the resources below...Meraki Run Club Website: www.merakirunclub.comSupport the "Run Fest" by Meraki Run Club to benefit the Youth Mental Health Project:https://ymhproject.networkforgood.com/events/48319-run-fest-by-meraki-running-club-to-benefit-the-youth-mental-health-project?fbclid=IwAR1g-gpz5ixTQrAKT2RaWwTRxA9p1wHUOA8A2ijsmui8gHdPGBH9bz-GrNo How To Find Tori's podcast, "Raising Runners..." On Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-runners/id1622808051 On Spotify Podcasts:https://open.spotify.com/show/1JYntTEIZhYttg4XiAGG38?si=_9h9-Md9RtuekG0v92dYTwI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Are you sick and tired of hopping on and off of the consistency wagon time and time again when it comes to your fitness? Is it starting to feel like no matter what tips you try out or how hard you work, nothing seems to stick? If so, then this episode is for YOU!Tune in to today's episode as I break down my quick and easy 3-step guide to coming back to your fitness in an authentic, realistic, and sustainable way. Because you deserve to find a routine that makes sense for you and your life and this episode might just be a great place to start! I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

It's so good to be back with another episode for y'all!After a busy month and a break from the podcasting space, it's safe to say that consistency (or rather a way to build more consistency) has definitely been on the mind.Listen in to today's quick episode as I give you my unique take on why consistency and compassion must go hand in hand if you want to find authentic success in the long run.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Honoring an individual's right to make decisions over their own life, body, and future is at the core of the work that I do as a trauma-informed personal trainer and coach.Listen in to today's episode as I break down why I believe that YOU should always have the right to dictate what you can and can't do with your body and why honoring this body autonomy matters so much in the health and wellness space.Interested in doing more to honor body autonomy? Check out the resources below...https://girlboss.com/blogs/read/womens-rights-organizations https://www.aclu.org/news/reproductive-freedom/six-ways-join-fight-for-abortion-rights-roe-v-wadeI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

“Toning” is one of those popular fitness terms that we hear all of the time... but what does it really mean?Listen in to today's episode as I uncover the truth behind toning and talk more about how to take charge of your health and fitness in a non-restrictive and sustainable way.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

We are back y'all!After a quick break from recording, it's so great to be back with another episode. And what better way to return than with one of my personal favorite solo episodes so far!Listen in to today's episode as I break down why I believe quick results are a myth and talk more about the importance of taking it slow for long-term success!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had such a fun time interviewing the amazing Gabi Varga in today's episode. Gabi is a Trauma-Informed Personal Trainer based in Vancouver, Canada who does absolutely incredible work! This is definitely one of the most fun and informative interviews I've done on the show so far and I promise you that you don't want to miss it!Listen in as Gabi discusses the importance of listening to the body and it's signals, dives deep into the interconnected impacts of trauma on physical, mental, and emotional health, and walks us through the impactful process of trauma-informed training with her clients.*Important Note Here*If at any point this information that we are discussing in this episode is triggering for you or is creating a physical response in your body, I encourage you to stop, take a breath, check-in with yourself and with your body, and then return to the episode if and when you feel comfortable.You can learn more about the awesome services that Gabi provides by checking out the resources below...Gabi's Website: https://gvlifestyle.carrd.co/Gabi's Instagram: @gvlifestyle.caI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Are you struggling to connect with your muscles as you exercise? Are you wanting to learn how to get the most out of every rep of every workout? Well if that's the case, then this episode is for YOU!Tune in to today's episode as I give you my 5 tips for how to improve your mind-muscle connection and take your workouts to the next level! I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I'm happy to say that I'm officially a Trauma-Informed Personal Trainer y'all! After completing this 3-day, career changing certification, I wanted to take an episode today to share some of the impactful information that I just learned and help to answer the question... what is trauma-informed personal training all about?Listen in as I go into greater detail about the goals of trauma-informed personal training, break down the differences between trauma-informed training and conventional training, and let you know more about why I believe that every coach should be providing trauma-informed care.And if you are a coach or trainer who is listening to today's episode and you want to become more trauma-informed in your own practice, check out the link below for more details!https://hopeignitedtraining.com/programs/trauma-informed-personal-training-certificate/I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Are you sick and tired of meticulously counting every single calorie of every single food you eat? Do you wish there was a way to track your food in an easier, but equally effective way? If that sounds like something you might be interested in, then this episode is for you!Tune in as I walk you through my issues with counting calories, and break down the simpler, and much more sustainable strategy that I suggest that my clients use to track their food instead!And if you're interested in learning more about the food tracking strategy that I suggest in today's episode that's provided by the outstanding individuals at Precision Nutrition, check out the link below for more details:https://www.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-calculatorI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

It's safe to say that we all have been through a lot over the past couple of years. And in the midst of all of these hardships, remaining consistent and resilient in your fitness can sometimes feel like a never-ending struggle. But I am here to tell you that there are tools that we can utilize to help us through these tough times one day, one step, and one rep at a time!Listen in as I walk you through 4 different strategies that will help you cultivate resilience in your fitness today!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Have your workouts recently felt like something you "should do" or "need to do" instead of something that you "can do" and "want to do?" If that's you, this episode is for you!Listen along as I talk about the importance of working out for a healthy mindset and why I believe focusing on the internal is one of the best things you can do for long-term, sustainable success.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Have you been feeling stuck in your fitness lately? Has your motivation to workout been nonexistent? Have you been working so hard just to keep your head above water that finding time for working out is starting to feel next to impossible?Well if you relate to these feelings, this episode is for YOU!Listen in to this quick episode as I break down why 5-minute actions a day can go a really long way!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had an amazing time interviewing the incredible Lisa Radz. Lisa is a Trauma-Informed Strength Training Personal Coach and Social Worker based in Alberta, Canada. This is hands down one of my most informative and impactful interviews so far and I promise you that you don't want to miss out.Tune in as Lisa discusses the science behind trauma, dives deep into trauma's effects on the physical body, and explains the importance of incorporating trauma-informed care into the fitness space.*Important Note Here*If at any point this information that we are discussing in this episode is triggering for you or is creating a physical response in your body, I encourage you to stop, take a breath, check-in with yourself and with your body, and then return to the episode if and when you feel comfortable.You can learn more about the incredible services that Lisa provides by checking out the resources below...Lisa's Website: www.lisaradz.comLisa's Instagram: @lisaradzI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

It's easy to get hung up on the "what's" and "how's" of your health and fitness journey... What kinds of exercises should I do in my workout? How can I accomplish my goals? What type of cardio is best? How do I eat healthy with a busy schedule?" and the list goes on and on...And while the "what's" and "how"s are definitely an important part of the process, it's the "why's" that will keep you moving forward in the long run.So on today's quick episode, we are going to be breaking down the true power of finding your "why," and what it can do to bring your health and fitness to the next level.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Class is officially back in session with Strength Training 101!Listen along as I walk you through my ultimate guide to strength training and what you can do to make the most of your own strength routine today! And for those of you who may be interested in joining my FREE Facebook Group that I mention at the beginning of today's episode, check out the link below...https://www.facebook.com/groups/493764801803962/I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Metabolism is such a hot topic in health and fitness right now, but unfortunately it has been misconstrued, overcomplicated, and mis-marketed in so many different ways! So… I wanted to take an episode to break this fitness buzzword down in a simpler and more straightforward way for all of you who are listening!Listen along as I walk you through a quick "Metabolism 101" and help you discover what you can do to make the most of it today with 4 easy steps!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

2022 is finally upon us! Every time a new year rolls around, it feels like the perfect time to hit pause, evaluate where you've been, and set goals for where you'd like to go in the future!So with that in mind, listen along to today's episode as I walk you through my simple and actionable 3-step guide to setting goals and making sure that you actual follow through with them in the future!And if you're interested in checking out the value-based goal setting activity mentioned in today's episode that was created by the outstanding individuals at Girls Gone Strong, check out the link below:https://www.girlsgonestrong.com/blog/articles/why-youre-struggling-to-reach-your-goals-and-how-to-set-a-goal-youll-reach/I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

The holidays are a happy and relaxing time for many... but they are also a busy, stressful, and emotional time as well. And when the holidays get busy, it always seems like our health and fitness is the first thing to be thrown out the window.But I promise you there is a way to fully enjoy the holidays while also sticking to your health and fitness routines! And I've gone ahead and broken it down for you into 3 simple steps.Tune in as I give you (in my opinion) the 3-step guide for sticking to your fitness during this busy holiday season!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Tis the season...For intense feelings of food guilt, body negativity, and the compulsive desire to make up for "bad behaviors." The holidays can be a stressful time, especially when it comes to your health, fitness, and body image.But I promise you that there is a way that you can love your body during the holidays and I've broken it down for you into 3 simple steps!Listen along as I give you my biggest tips and strategies for how you can continue to love your body during this holiday season.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Tune in to today's episode as I revisit an old blog post of mine and break down (in my opinion) the 10 Pillars To Deeper Health and long-lasting results!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

It's okay to take a break from fitness from time to time. In fact, sometimes it's actually necessary. But coming back to our fitness can sometimes be the hardest part. If you've been feeling this struggle lately, you're in the middle of a break right now, or you're just starting your journey back towards fitness, then this is the episode for you!Tune in to today's episode as I give you my 3 simple steps for successfully coming back to your fitness after taking a long break.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

As a personal trainer and health coach, I've learned that the majority of new clients will come to me with one thing on their mind, weight loss. And through my years of experience working with these amazing clients and the incredible lessons they have taught me, I have learned that one thing holds true for every single one of them along their weight loss journeys.Tune in to today's episode as I give you my biggest secret to achieving long-lasting, sustainable weight loss!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a wonderful time interviewing a local friend and amazing physical therapist, Leslie Jamison. Leslie is the first physical therapist that I've ever had on the show and I promise you that you don't want to miss out! Tune in as Leslie discusses the differences between mobile physical therapy and outpatient therapy, ways to identify if you may be at a fall risk, and strategies that you can use today to make the most of your balance moving forward!You can learn more about the outstanding services that Leslie provides with Colorado Mobile PT by checking out the resources below...Colorado Mobile PT phone number: (970) 682-4460Colorado Mobile PT Website: www.coloradomobilept.comI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

I had a fantastic time interviewing a great friend, mentor, and outstanding coach, Jason Williams. Jason is an inspiring coach and amazing father to two wonderful boys and I promise you that you don't want to miss out on his many words of wisdom in this episode!Listen along as Jason discusses the rebirth of in-person training and the future of fitness in a post-pandemic world, and what strategies he has for full-time parents to stay consistent in their fitness while still making the most of family time!You can learn more about the incredible services that Jason provides with CustomFit Colorado by checking out the resources below...Jason's Instagram: @jasonwilliamsptCustomFit Colorado's Website: www.customfitcolorado.comI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

In today's episode, we will be discussing my 4-step guide to perfect pull-ups!  Tune into this episode as I break down... 1. What proper pull-ups look like and why it matters2. What pull-up variations and exercises are best to include in your workouts3. How to specifically strengthen your muscles for stronger pull-ups4. And discover other strategies you can use to help nail your first pull-up and beyond today! I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Welcome to episode 30 of the "So I've Heard Podcast!"On today's episode, we tackle the popular fitness question of “Cardio vs. Weights First,"  what order they should come in, and why it matters. Listen in as I give you my take on this common fitness debate and help to break it down depending on the context of you and your goals!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Welcome to the third and final episode of a 3-part episode mini series titled "Strategies To Make Time For Your Health When It Feels Like You Don't Have Any!"In today's episode, we will be discussing different tips, breathing techniques, and stress management activities that you can use to make the most of your health and stress response in an efficient, simple, and time-effective way!Listen in as I give you my 3 biggest strategies for finding ways to de-stress no matter how much (or how little) time you may have during the day.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Welcome to the second episode of a brand new 3-part episode mini series titled "Strategies To Make Time For Your Health When It Feels Like You Don't Have Any!"In today's episode, we will be discussing different food-focused tips, strategies, and meal prep tricks that you can use to make the most of your food in a healthy, non-restrictive, and time-efficient way!Tune in as I give you my 3 biggest tips for finding time for your food no matter how much (or how little) time you may have during the day.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.

Welcome to the first episode of a brand new 3-part episode mini series titled "Strategies To Make Time For Your Health When It Feels Like You Don't Have Any!"In today's episode, we will be tackling different tips, strategies, and workouts that you can use to make the most of your physical health in an efficient, simple, and time-effective way! Tune in as I give you my 3 biggest tips for finding ways to make the most of your workouts and your daily movement no matter how much (or how little) time you may have during the day.Make sure to stick around for Tip #3 where I specially break down how to make time for your movement whether you have 30-60 minutes, 10-20 minutes, or even only 5 minutes in your day!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Have you been struggling to figure out what to focus on when it comes to your workouts? Should I focus on reps? Should I focus on intensity? Should I just keep adding workouts? Well if you've been asking yourself any of these questions and you're wanting some guidance, then this is the episode for you!Listen along as I give you my top 3 reasons for why I believe strength is the MOST important thing you can focus on when it comes to your workouts! I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

We are officially 25 episodes in y'all! And for the 25th episode today, we are going to be shifting gears just a bit. Instead of spending an episode talking about different tips and strategies to progress forward in your workouts, nutrition, or any other element of your health and wellness journey... we are going to be talking about the importance of sitting in your own success. Listen in to this quick episode as I talk more about the importance of "playing in the mud" of life and allowing yourself to be proud of how far you've already come.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

In today's episode, we will be breaking down why more isn't always better, and why less (i.e. meaningful rest and recovery) may actually be just the thing you need to finally reach your goals.Tune into this episode as I give you strategies that you can use to make the most of your rest and recovery today!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

I had an amazing time interviewing a great friend and massive inspiration, DJ Schuett! In today's episode, DJ gives us an inside look into his outstanding journey of losing over 130 pounds and how he continues to move forward in his health and fitness every day. Tune in to this funny and fantastic episode as DJ lets us know more about the lessons he's learned along the way and what advice he has for others who are on their own weight loss journey as well.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

I had the great pleasure and fortune to interview a great friend, mentor, and even better coach, Adam Poehlmann. Adam is an extremely impactful and inspiring coach and I promise you that you do not want to miss out on his amazing advice in this episode!Tune in as Adam gives you his take on what sustainable online coaching is all about, what fitness will look like in a post-pandemic era, and how he helps to transform the lives of his clients every single day.You can learn more about the outstanding services that Adam provides by checking out the resources below...Adam's Instagram: @adam_poehlmannfitAdam's Podcast: The PoecastAdam's Free Resources: www.poehlmannfitness.com/freeI hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

In today's episode, we will be breaking down what effective core training looks like, how it works, and what you can do to upgrade and simplify your core routine today.Tune into this episode as I give you strategies that you can use right away to make the most of your core workouts in a simple and sustainable way.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Do you ever get frustrated and discouraged feeling like you need to "make up" for the food you ate or the workouts you didn't complete in the past?  If you've ever felt this way, you are not alone and this episode is for you!Listen in to today's episode as I break down the important differences between a "consistency mindset" and a "compensation mindset," and fill you in on why it's so important to always let consistency lead the way!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Working out in a gym or deciding to take charge of your at-home fitness space can feel like a lot sometimes. It can be confusing, it can be overwhelming, it can be intimidating!"Gym-timidation" can be so powerful that it may even push us away from taking charge of our own health and wellness all together due to the fears, anxieties, or uncertainties that may arise from these fitness spaces. But if you've ever felt this way, you are not alone and this episode is for you! Tune in to today's episode as I give you my 5-step guide to breaking free of "Gym-Timidation" and help you to feel confident, comfortable, and capable in your own fitness space today!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

In today's episode we dig deep into mindful eating and how it works, we discuss why it matters more than anything else in your nutrition, and help you learn what you can do to make it a part of your routine today.Tune in to today's episode as I give you simple strategies to help you eat slowly and make the most of your own food today.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

I can't believe that it's been one full year since I officially started this wild, wonderful, roller-coaster that is Lighthouse Fitness. And in honor of my 1-year anniversary, I wanted to share some of my biggest takeaways from Year #1!Tune in to today's episode to hear more about the 5 biggest lessons I learned from this first year of Lighthouse Fitness!I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Tune in to one of my most hilarious, informative, and applicable interviews so far with the outstanding Ren Jones! In this interview, we dig into how to keep things simple, what you should really be focusing on when it comes to health and fitness, and he gives you tangible strategies that you can apply today to help you make the most of your own fitness journey.Check out the additional resources below for more about Ren Jones and the amazing things that he is involved in as a coach!Listen to more of Ren Jones on his podcast "The Online Trainer Show."And make sure to support Ren and learn more about his own coaching style and services on Instagram @fitnessjonestraining.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

Exercise can be challenging, but that doesn't mean that it has to be miserable too.  Working out can and should be empowering and enjoyable, as long as we are pursuing the types of movement that are most meaningful for us.Tune into today's episode as I give you three simple strategies to help you bring joy back into your workouts today.I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!

In today's episode of Fat Loss 101, we will be breaking down what fat loss is exactly, how it works, and what you can do to make it a part of your routine today. Tune into this episode as I give you strategies that you can use right away to make the most of your fat loss journey in a simple, non-restrictive way. I hope you liked this episode and if you did, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review on iTunes. Please message me @lighthouse_fitness on Instagram if you have any more questions and check out www.befitwithlighthouse.com to find out more ways to take control of your health today.In the meantime, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!